Armenian Church of Our Lady of Tire — Attraction in Lefkoşa Türk Belediyesi

This 13th century Armenian monastery is located on the edge of the Arabahmet area. It is believed that the original church, known as the Benedictine Abbey of Our Lady of Tyre, was founded as a principal convent for the women of Cyprus following the fall of Jerusalem and the expulsion of all religious orders from the city in the 8th Century. When the city was divided in 1963, the church found itself right on the border between north and south, and it was fairly comprehensively trashed. In more recent years, squatters moved in, causing further damage. These however,were removed in readiness for the extensive refurbishment of building. In July 2012, renovation of the main church buildings was completed. Work continues on surrounding buildings which will be used as a cultural and educational centre. Because of the on-going building work, the church is only...

Beautiful Armenian Church, unfortunately located on the Turkish side of Nicosia. Turkey slaughtered 1.5 million Armenians in 1915, which is the 2nd most studied genocide after the Holocaust. Turkey to this day denies that they committed this crime, but Europe, the US, and civilized world knows about the evidence. The Turks having control over this church is just...

A wonderful reminder of just how diverse Cyprus natives are. Hope to see it used for mass again one day. It’s what it deserves. Renovated to a very high standard & a jewel in the oldest part of Nicosia that is forgotten in time. I...